Formnext officially opened its doors yesterday, and the excitement is already in full swing: the aisles are steadily filling up, exhibitors are unveiling their latest innovations hour after hour, and the conferences are shedding light on the newest market trends. As you know, Formnext is the key event in additive manufacturing, and these four days are synonymous with breakthroughs and fresh developments. But how can you be sure you will catch everything? Or at least the most impressive products and applications? We get it, it’s not easy. That’s why we have put together a brief overview of the must-see highlights of the show. And if you can’t be there in person, you can follow all the latest news from the event live on our dedicated page! This list is not exhaustive—with over 800 exhibitors, we can’t include everything—but here’s what the team has found remarkable so far. Please note that we plan to post videos of other must-see highlights from the show in the coming hours! Whether it’s applications or machines, stay tuned to find out everything there is to know!
Raplas’ New SLA 3D Printer
This year, you simply can’t miss the new resin machine from Raplas Technologies. It’s the PR 400i SLA system, which delivers extremely high printing speeds without compromising precision or resin flexibility. With a build area of 420 × 380 mm and two projectors, it is ten times faster than other machines on the market and is compatible with both 385 nm and 405 nm materials. Designed for casting applications, defense, R&D environments, and service bureaus, it is being showcased for the very first time at booth 11.1, B61, and promises high-quality results for industrial users. It also features the SmartBuild software, offering better control over build preparation and the printing process itself. Users can expect faster production cycles and improved part strength.
HP AM
This year, HP is strongly focused on accelerating the adoption of additive manufacturing and is unveiling several new developments to support that goal. All of them can be found at their booth D41 in Hall 12.1, so be sure to stop by if you’re attending the show:
- HR PA 11 Gen2 material: This polymer enables the production of durable, high-quality parts. It offers up to 80% powder reusability and up to a 40% reduction in variable cost per part. It also has the lowest carbon footprint of all materials offered by HP for its Multi Jet Fusion technology.
- A new industrial filament machine: For the first time, HP is entering the filament market! The HP IF 600HT is a high-temperature 3D printer designed for demanding, high-performance applications.
- The Additive Manufacturing Network (AMN) program: This platform connects part demand with HP’s global partner ecosystem, making it easier to adopt and scale industrial production.
HP is also highlighting metal additive manufacturing through its collaborations with Continuum Powders and GKN Additive. Together with Würth Additive Group, it emphasizes the importance of digital production, enabling digital inventory management to support localized, on-demand manufacturing. Be sure to check out the HP booth!
Tumaker’s NX Modular 3D Printer
Among the new products showcased at Formnext 2025 is the NX Modular 3D printer from Spanish manufacturer Tumaker. This industrial machine is part of the Tumaker Modular range, known for its reliability and scalability. Its main highlight is its independent dual extrusion system (IDEX), which can print two parts at once or duplicate a model with identical quality, significantly reducing production times. It’s essentially like having two printers in one, but with a compact, professional design. Its modular architecture allows users to swap extruders in just a few minutes and work with both filaments and pellets, making it adaptable to a variety of projects and technical materials such as PP, TPU, and nylon. The NX Modular also offers a build volume of 300 × 300 × 250 mm, a print bed that reaches up to 100 °C, and a hotend capable of heating up to 300 °C. The system includes an enclosed chamber with filters that reduce noise to 44 dB during operation and 40 dB with the door closed. Thanks to these features, Tumaker has created a reliable tool for industry, technology centers, and universities. If you want to learn more about the NX Modular and are attending Formnext, you can visit the Tumaker team in Hall 11.1, booth C49. And if you couldn’t make it to the show this year, you’ll find more information on their official website HERE.
The NX Modular, a dual-head 3D printer for printing with pellets and filaments. (Photo credit: Tumaker).
EOS M4 ONYX 3D Printer
It’s hard to miss EOS’s new metal machine: the M4 ONYX drew crowds yesterday! Equipped with six 400W lasers, this industrial system offers a build volume of 450 × 450 × 400 mm, 25% larger than EOS’s previous machines, and marks “a new chapter in metal additive manufacturing,” according to the team behind the innovation. The M4 ONYX delivers more power and enables continuous production while maintaining consistent quality and high productivity. It also features the RFS Pro filtration system, which significantly reduces all hazardous waste, aligning with the manufacturer’s goal of greater sustainability and a lower carbon footprint. For now, the machine is compatible with titanium and nickel alloys. Visit booth D41 in Hall 11.1 to see this metal 3D printer in action!
3D Printing and Milling in a Single Tool with WASP
Italian manufacturer WASP has been focusing on robotic arms for several years, and at Formnext 2025, they are unveiling PENELOPE. This is a tool capable of both 3D printing parts and milling them. It attaches to a robotic arm, WASP is currently working with ABB, and can quickly switch from material extrusion to milling to correct any deformations or simply improve surface finish. PENELOPE is not yet available for sale, but WASP hopes to launch it commercially next year. You can see this all-in-one solution at the WASP booth in Hall 12.1, B101.
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